The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·08315·Announced 2008-06-26

Westminster Recalls Thunder Wolf Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Due to Fire Risk

Westminster Inc. is recalling Thunder Wolf remote-controlled indoor helicopter toys because the rechargeable battery can overheat, posing a risk of fire or burns.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk of fire and burns with reported property damage and overheating, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the High severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Westminster Inc. is recalling Thunder Wolf remote-controlled indoor helicopter toys due to a risk of fire. The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat, which can result in the helicopter's body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers.

The recalled helicopters are made of foam and plastic and measure about 7 inches by 3 inches. "TW0996" is printed on the tail of the helicopter, and they were sold in multiple accent colors. Only helicopters that do not have "Made in China" stamped on the underside are subject to the recall. About 102,000 units were sold in retail stores nationwide from June 2007 through December 2007 for about $20.

Westminster Inc. has received seven reports of overheating and/or melting of the helicopter, including one report of flames and two reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported. Consumers should immediately stop playing with the recalled helicopters and contact Westminster Inc. for a refund. Retailers will not accept returns or provide a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Thunder Wolf Remote Controlled Indoor Helicopters
Manufacturer
Westminster Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
102,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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